2009 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1966 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 325 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |